CARGO RELEASE,PARAC
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is issuing a presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Cargo Release Parachutes (NSN 1670-013102875 and NSN 1670-013374366). This procurement is Unrestricted and seeks written quotes from all responsible sources. Offers are due March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers the supply of two National Stock Numbers (NSNs) for cargo release parachutes:
- NSN 1670-013102875: P/N 811-00158, with an estimated annual demand of 132 units.
- NSN 1670-013374366: P/N 811-00220-2, with an estimated annual demand of 82 units. The contract will establish minimum and maximum delivery order quantities for each NSN. These are considered Life Support Items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period (60 months)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Solicitation Issue Date: February 18, 2026
- Offers Due: March 17, 2026
- Published: February 3, 2026
- Approved Source: FXC CORPORATION (Cage 52497) is listed as an approved source.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a combination of factors, with Price, Past Performance, and Delivery equally weighted. Certified Cost and Pricing Data is required. SPRS (Supplier Performance Risk System) will apply.
Additional Notes
- FOB Destination Inspection/Acceptance at Origin for NSN 1670-013102875.
- FOB Origin Inspection/Acceptance at Destination for NSN 1670-013374366.
- Suppliers must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- The solicitation will be available via DLA Internet Bid Board Systems (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP on the issue date. No paper copies will be provided.